In Chantada, you can plan your trip around different themes: paths along the Asma, churches and murals, or festivals and local cuisine. Details about routes, construction dates and event dates can help you decide what to focus on during your stay.
Along the Asma: two routes compared
An official circular route starts at Praza Santa Ana and connects the town centre with the banks of the Asma and the Sangoñedo recreation area. It is intended for year-round use and covers 2.3 km. Check the route conditions before setting out. The riverside promenade is listed as 2 km long; it runs along both banks of the river from Alameda Xavier Costa Clavell to Sangoñedo.
The two routes cannot simply be compared by length: their starting points and described courses differ. The circular route starts at Praza Santa Ana, while the promenade is described as following both banks. Both descriptions lead to Sangoñedo, but offer different points of reference for planning a walk.
Terraced vineyards and landscape
Between Belesar and Chantada, the Miño Valley lies 300 m below the surrounding plateau. Terraced vineyards cover the sunny slopes and are cultivated as part of “heroic viticulture.” Together, wine growing and the shape of the valley are defining features of this part of the landscape. Monte Faro is designated a Site of Community Importance within the Natura 2000 network.
Churches, art and architectural history
The Casona de Lemos dates back to the 16th century and now serves as Chantada’s cultural centre, municipal tourist information office and exhibition hall. The churches bring together different periods: Santa María de Nogueira de Miño is a Romanesque church from the second half of the 12th century. Inside are 16th-century Mannerist murals attributed to Mestre de Nogueira. The scenes depicted include the Resurrection of Christ, the Last Judgment, the Ascension and the Annunciation.
San Miguel do Monte preserves 15th-century murals depicting the Descent from the Cross. Compared with Nogueira, it offers a different period and subject as a point of reference for mural painting. Santa María de Pesqueiras was recognised by decree of 16 October 1950 as an Asset of Cultural Interest in the category of Historic-Artistic Monument. The monastery of San Salvador de Asma was founded in the final years of the 10th century.
Festivals and local cuisine
The Folión de Carros takes place during Chantada’s patron saint festivities on the Saturday of the fourth weekend in August. It has been recognised as a Festival of Tourist Interest since 2002 and, since 2018, as an Asset of Cultural Interest. Entroido Ribeirao is celebrated in the parish of Santiago da Riba on four traditional days: Lambedoiro Sunday, Corredoiro Sunday, Entroido Sunday and Entroido Tuesday. The festivities feature Volantes, Peliqueiros or Maragatos, and Mecos. The dates fall in February or March and vary; check the date for the relevant year if the festival is a deciding factor in your travel plans.
Chantada’s culinary traditions include Pulpo á feira, Lacón con grelos, Cocido, cured meats and veal. They are accompanied by Ribeira Sacra designation-of-origin wine, liqueurs and spirits, as well as traditional baked goods such as Empanada and Tarta de almendra. When planning your trip, you can take regional dishes and products into account alongside the landscape and cultural heritage.
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For the broader travel overview: Lugo.
